Dr. Brian Lawenda's introductory lecture at the 2018 UsToo International Prostate Cancer Pathways for Patients & Caregivers Conference (June 23, 2018).
The topics discussed are relevant to both men and women and those with and without ... [Read More]

We often hear that 'sugar feeds cancer.' While having elevated blood sugar levels is associated with increased risks of developing cancer, independent of other physiological factors, it is too simplistic to claim that dietary sugar consumption makes ... [Read More]

Chronic stress is a killer. It stirs up all sorts of trouble across the body, potentially increasing your risk of developing cancer or worsening outcomes if you have already have cancer.
If you need motivation to start dedicating a little time ... [Read More]

Shocking but true: according a poll published this week, only 7% of Americans understand that being obese increases a person’s cancer risk.
Disappointingly, this comes after years of tireless awareness-raising campaigns by organizations like the ... [Read More]

Why is exercise so important:
Exercise reduces your risk of developing cancer.
Exercise during and after cancer treatment may reduce your risk of cancer recurrence and progression.
Exercise improves quality of life in cancer patients and ... [Read More]

An interesting study (published in 2009, in the Journal of Gerontology, Biological Sciences) investigated the effects of immune function after a 6-month diet (10-30% calorie reduced) in overweight participants. The authors found that after this short ... [Read More]